Sergei Sobolev
Russian mathematician; Sobolev spaces
Born
October 6th, 1908
117 years ago
Died
January 3rd, 1989
36 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Russia
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Contributions included the development of functional analysis and partial differential equations. Served as a professor at Moscow State University and held leadership roles in various mathematical societies. Was influential in the establishment of modern mathematical theories related to Sobolev spaces, which are critical in the field of mathematical analysis and applied mathematics. Received recognition in the form of various awards and honors within the scientific community during his career.
Developed Sobolev spaces
Contributed to functional analysis
Published extensively on partial differential equations
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